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Appalachian Christian Academy

168 SDA School Road
Manchester, KY 40962

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Appalachian Christian Academy is a small Christian school in the mountains of Appalachia.

We have been educating children in Manchester for over 35 years.

We offer grades K-9 and are fully accredited by the state of Kentucky and by the National Council of Private Schools Association.

We offer individually-tailored, differentiated, and hands-on learning experiences, as well as educational and cultural field trips, e.g.

concerts, musicals, Civil War reenactments, plays, museums, to local artisans, farms, outdoor school, musical festivals, service learning, etc.

Our goal is to graduate young people who have a balanced education in all areas: academic, spiritual, physical, emotional, and social.

They are encouraged to be critical thinkers, problem solvers, and good citizens of this world and also for heaven.

Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 23 students
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia; mild speech, language based or learning differences

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

23 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 13%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Khaki or navy slacks, skirts; solid color polo shirts

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Tuition Notes

Textbook fee of $175. Registration fee of $150. Tuition $205/month for non-constituent, $155/month for constituent

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Our school offers the following:
Low student to teacher ratio
Multigrade classrooms
Caring teachers
Individualized help and attention
Differentiated instruction
Many outdoor activities, such as play, games, gardening, outdoor learning
Educational field trips
Service Learning Activities/Trips
Spanish, art, music
Family atmosphere
Zero tolerance to bullying
DWS/Soul Shapers Discipline Plan, encouraging students to self-control, self-discipline
Home School Friday Program that includes art, Spanish, music (choir, bells), recess

Source: Verified school update

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Quick Facts (2026)

Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 23 students
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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